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Mrs. Espresso, Corona/Big Bear Age and Occupation: 23, Community Services Specialist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 22, Maintenance Technician Engagement Date: December 21, 2007 Wedding Date: October, 2008 Blogging Since: June 25, 2008 Venue: Outside a rustic b&b in Big Bear Lake About Me: I'm a lover of all things good: coffee, music, travel, rain, and of course- my handsome fiance! I'm a full believer in the "Life is Short," mantra - and therefore, eat lots of dark chocolate. I'm a Geographer by degree and nerd by choice. I cook to the sound of French and Portuguese music even though I speak neither. I love road trips, camping, hiking, and capturing life through the lens of my camera. Take me to Anthropologie and I may never leave. I'm a sucker for pretty packaging, bargain finds, and old movies. Mr. Espresso and I are high school sweethearts and I am so blessed to be this amazing man's future wife.
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Time for the big reveal. I’ve kept my dress a secret until now, but here we go- let’s just get on with it. :)

I went to 3 bridal stores before finding, “the one” as my mom likes to call it. The first store was too expensive (but Jenny Lee I loved the way you fit!). The second had nothing I loved. And the third… was Marry Me Bridal in Orange. I went there determined I wasn’t going to find anything, and I ended up buying the very first one I picked out.

Mr. Espresso I don’t think you’re reading, but if you are, STOP now.

Here I am at my first fitting last Saturday.
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My gown is from Mikaella Bridal. I love the pearl color and the low v back.
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And although I’m not very girly, I love the bow and detailing on the front. Originally there was a brooch in the center of the bow, but I think it looks better without it.
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Here’s a better look at the front.
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And here I am poking and pulling at the pins… I’m sure my seamstress wouldn’t appreciate seeing this picture. :) The White Dress... or Pearl in My Case :  wedding big bear wedding dress Img 05006

My dress is nothing like I imagined it would be. But it’s fancy enough that I Love it for our wedding, and simple enough that it still feels like me.

Did you go with something different than you were expecting as well?

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Miss Bruschetta (message)  5,565 posts, Bee Keeper

I love ruching and draping, Miss Espresso! What’s the material? It looks like satin?

 
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Shanna

It is beautiful! You look fantastic in it and I like your description of being both fancy and simple… simply stunning.

 
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Nstar

That’s a gorgeous dress!!!

 
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hbowar (message)  547 posts, Busy bee

That dress is stunning! Thanks for sharing!

 
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pinky

you look stunning! that dress is perfect for you!

 
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Corey

Oh wow!!! That is amazing!

 
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Mrs. Toucan (message)  1,327 posts, Bumble bee

very pretty, Miss E!

 
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Miss Hot Cocoa (message)  2,077 posts, Buzzing bee

So dreamy!!!

 
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haliwood (message)  106 posts, Blushing bee

You look beautiful in that dress! Extra applause from me for wearing a Canadian designer!!!

 
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kayteebug (message)  55 posts, Worker bee

You look gorgeous! The dress is amazing and I love the bow, but what I’m really jealous of is your hair. I can only imagine how great it will look on the big day!

 
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Sarah

It’s so pretty! You look so happy in it.

 
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Kenzie

I thought I’d get a simple silk shantung a-line dress, and ended up with a beautiful Vera Wang with rushing and a train!

 
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lulubelle (message)  173 posts, Blushing bee

Your dress is just gorgeous on you!

 
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Laura

Holey moley :)

That is one gorgeous dress. And you look gorgeous in it.

I really lurrrrve it.

 
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KSW

Love your dress, and yes, my dress looks nothing like I pictured but some how I love it!!

 
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Miss Pomegranate (message)  957 posts, Busy bee

Oh Miss ‘Spresso! It’s soooo pretty! I love the simple elegance of the lines of that dress.

 
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Sarah Soon-to-be-Hathaway

You look gorgeous! I have always loved dresses like that but didn’t think I could pull it off. You. Do. and you look fantastic doing it.

 
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goodvoile

It looks perfect for you — simple but sooo elegant and beautiful! I too love the color! You look radiant and are going to be a beautiful bride!

 
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Lillindy
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Lillindy (message)  7,974 posts, Bee Keeper

Stunning dress! And your waist looks so tiny in it, perfect hourglass! How would you describe the pearl color? My dress is pearl but it’s been so long I don’t remember what it looks like and my dress isn’t here yet. Would you say it’s closer to white or ivory?

 
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Becky

Just beautiful! I went with something MUCH different than expected. I originally planned on NO strapless (I have DDs and was worried about constant tugging), but I of course found and fell in love with a strapless dress. For the reception, my seamstress made removable straps, which I was really grateful for because I could dance without worries.
:) Becky

 
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Mrs. Espresso, Corona/Big Bear Age and Occupation: 23, Community Services Specialist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 22, Maintenance Technician Engagement Date: December 21, 2007 Wedding Date: October, 2008 Blogging Since: June 25, 2008 Venue: Outside a rustic b&b in Big Bear Lake About Me: I'm a lover of all things good: coffee, music, travel, rain, and of course- my handsome fiance! I'm a full believer in the "Life is Short," mantra - and therefore, eat lots of dark chocolate. I'm a Geographer by degree and nerd by choice. I cook to the sound of French and Portuguese music even though I speak neither. I love road trips, camping, hiking, and capturing life through the lens of my camera. Take me to Anthropologie and I may never leave. I'm a sucker for pretty packaging, bargain finds, and old movies. Mr. Espresso and I are high school sweethearts and I am so blessed to be this amazing man's future wife.

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